So the diet is going wonderfully, was down to 171, 6 pounds, and I think I have finally found my majick potion. Then well, maybe not. Ended up in the hospital for 2 nights in ketoacidosis. Yeah. Apparently my bicarb was 10, and should be at least 24, and I was lucky my kidneys didn't shut down at that level. Yeah. Maybe rethinking the diet. Bought myself a two night stay with agressive IV rehydration. And a little ativan.
I really am at quite a loss right now. I feel so discouraged. I finally find something that works and almost kill myself. And feeling guilty, even after everything, about all the carbs I've eaten in the last 24 hours to correct this situation. Feel like I've gained 10 pounds. I hate this. I was doing so good on it, doing everthing I was supposed to. And look.
I really am at quite a loss right now. I feel so discouraged. I finally find something that works and almost kill myself. And feeling guilty, even after everything, about all the carbs I've eaten in the last 24 hours to correct this situation. Feel like I've gained 10 pounds. I hate this. I was doing so good on it, doing everthing I was supposed to. And look.
Here's a nice little article on it:
http://www.cbc.ca/health/story/2006/03/17/atkins-risk060317.html
I'm thinking I will keep doing what I was doing, but add a little carbs, 50 to 100, to balance out all the protein. Maybe I will try that and see what happens.
I hate this. I really really hate this.
I just want to cry.
2 Comments:
ack Barb....I am so sorry to hear about what is going on...and since I've just recently been there and done that I know how frustrating it can be. However hang in there because it will get better!
It's a slow process...and don't think because you "aren't working out extremely hard" you aren't working out. When the ketones have been outta wack it's so much better to go VERY slow and build yourself up. I am still in that process...hang in there!
btw this is Deb...I can't remember my blogger password....very pesky
Wow scary stuff. Glad your ok. Take care…
I lost 58 ½ pounds, and am now within 10 lbs of my medical perfect weight (much more difficult than how you assess by looks) and very close to my “perfect fat” percentage.
The only thing I changed in my diet was at dinner I don’t drink juice which I used to have every dinner. Now it is water (lots every day) and the occasional beer or glass of wine (once a week or so).
I tried riding the stationary bike for one year and lost less than five pounds (after 7000 KM!!!! Do you know how far that is? Think about it?)
I purchased my elliptical and lost all the weight in 3 months (40-100 km a day speed work out). I have now kept the weight off for more than 19 months. I do the elliptical no less than 20 kms a day preferably 40 kms a day.
I often do other exercise (weights, tennis, squash, mountain bike, walking, etc) also but the elliptical is the main thing. The good thing about it is there is no impact; it is easy on the back, knees, ankles. I have never injured myself on it (and I use it a lot). Great investment, my wife loves it!
When I lost all the weight people asked me what diet I was on and I told them it was exercise, almost every one was disappointed. It is a lot of work, but very much worth it. It is now my lifestyle, it is just what I do for a part of my day, I found I have time if I make it a priority.
I started slow, 5 km a day at the start used to kill me! I also started charting my workouts and weight 3 times a day, it helped keep me focused on honest, as did the spiritual dimension of my life (not preaching it was and is a vital part of my health/exercise discipline).
I truly hope you are doing better.
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